12:09AM Tuesday
February 5, 2013

Ralphie Aversa - "The Ralphie Show"

- I think if anything is obvious regarding the critiques that the four judges give, it's that Nicki Minaj isn't landing an A&R gig off her commentary. Maybe a spot on Fashion Police, but not at a major label.

- I didn't mind Savannah Votion's voice. I mind anyone that sings Adele or "At Last" - and I also minded her wardrobe, which just didn't fit her well.

- Loving the new "Idol" nominate portion of this year's auditions - great that the show continues to find ways to evolve.

- Ann Difani was good. Nicki trying to critique country artists though - hilarious.

- I mean - when "Papa Peachez" is getting a golden ticket to Hollywood over some of these other singers... maybe not a good sign for the show? The guy did have a good voice but I thought "Idol" was the best of the best? The show that created superstars?

- Adam Sanders is another "don't judge a book by its cover" contestant. Keith Urban with another classic reaction - a lot of them from him have been funny this season.

- So wait, we're supposed to really believe that Seacrest rolled up to the Long Beach auditions in a Ford? UHM.

- Mariah showing up late - and her wardrobe... just a weird season with the judges. Has this ever happened in any other season - where judges were missing at multiple times throughout auditions?

- Some of the stories this season... like Micah Johnson, who can't speak clearly due to complications from tonsil removal yet can sing beautifully... unreal.

- Thought Briana Oakley exhibited solid range.